Category — Wheelchair Lifts

Today’s mobility market offers a variety of equipment that helps disabled individuals live more fulfilling, independent lives. Modern wheelchair lifts are more reliable and convenient than ever, and provide assistance in homes, public places, and for traveling in a vehicle.

Residential and commercial wheelchair lifts allow disabled individuals to get from one floor to another without requiring the assistance of other people. Residential stair lifts offer a practical solution for homeowners who are unable to get up and down the stairs otherwise. These stair lifts can be installed in a way that does not obstruct the stairway. Most importantly, this type of equipment allows a person with disabilities to get from one level of a home to another while minimizing safety risks.

Vehicle wheelchair lifts make it relatively easy for handicap individuals to enter or exit a vehicle. There are many styles of these lift systems. For instance, the equipment can be installed on the back or side of the vehicle allowing the installation to be tailored to individual needs. You can choose between an electric or hydraulic vehicle lift system. Some lifts are designed to only lift and secure a wheelchair or scooter to the vehicle, while others can lift both wheelchair occupant and wheelchair safely into and out of the vehicle.

Adding convenience and safety mobility features to homes, vehicles and public places ensures that disabled people are offered the greatest potential for living independent lives. Improved accessibility in a home, during travel and when navigating public places can make all of the difference for a person with disabilities. Equipping a vehicle with a handicap lift, for instance, allows a disabled person to travel to work, to see friends and family, to perform daily tasks, to attend school, and many other opportunities that would otherwise be much more difficult. Mobility equipment is often the key to opening up a world of opportunities for a greater number of people.

A wheelchair lift is a device installed into your vehicle to help lift a wheelchair up into the vehicle, or down to the ground. While it may sound like a complex system, it is one of the best ways to get your mobility back. You have ultimate control and can often move easily with these modern options.

There are numerous features and mobility lift products on the market to select from for your needs. When choosing one, you may want to look at the features of several products to find out which offers the best benefit for your particular needs. Here are some things to look for:

• Choose a wheelchair lift that is fully powered. This makes the process as easy as touching a button. It can take just seconds to lift and store the scooter or the powerchair within the vehicle. It does not take major strength to make it happen either.
• Where does the device work? Choose an option that works for both the passenger and the driver side of the vehicle, especially if you want the freedom to drive on your own.
• Find out how the device installs into the vehicle. Some of the best models do not make any structural modifications to the vehicle itself. That way, when it comes time to sell or upgrade your vehicle, you are not struggling to find a buyer.

A handicap lift can change the way you are living by giving you more power to move around on your own. IMED Mobility has a variety of products available to service your needs. This includes Bruno and VMI manufacturers, who are some of the most recommended and trusted products on the market. A wheelchair lift can be an affordable, life-improving tool for your vehicle. Why not invest in this type of freedom.

Bruno Out-Sider® Micro

Having the right wheelchair lift for your new wheelchair van is incredibly important. After all, you want to be able to get comfortable into your vehicle without worrying that you’ll be uncomfortable or unsafe. There are a few things that are important to consider when you’re purchasing your first lift.

First and foremost, the lift that you choose will depend on how often you will be using it and what your specific needs are. Depending on the manufacturer, the features of your life will be different. You will want to be sure that your new wheelchair lift has dimensions that accommodate the size of your chair or scooter. You’ll also want to be sure there is a sensor that will keep the platform from moving if it’s not in a safe position. Hand-held controls are also useful. These are not necessities by any means but they are incredibly helpful.

Being able to operate your lift is important, especially if you live independently. Depending on the lift you purchase, you will find different modes of operation and control. Some work on hydraulics, some are electric, and other lifts are manual.  A good rule to go by is the less features your wheelchair lift offers, the less complicated it will be to maintain and operate.

Furthermore, what happens with the wheelchair lift installation? Your best option is to speak with your dealer about how the lift should be installed. You want this lift to be safe and functional since you’re paying good money for it, so make sure it gets installed properly.

Before you purchase your new lift, be sure to ask any questions you might have, no matter how small they seem. Make sure your dealer is going to provide service.

IMED Mobility offers impressive sales and service for your handicap van.

Bruno Turny/Turny Orbit

As most people with a disability know, most vehicles were not designed to accommodate the physically-challenged.  Getting in and out of a vehicle can provide some tricky situations.  Luckily, IMED Mobility understands these concerns and can help make your life just a little bit easier.  We not only offer customized wheelchair vans, but also provide some top quality accessories.  Among the most exciting new accessories are Bruno “turning seats.”

Usually, a physically-challenged has difficulty traveling because of the way traditional cars are designed, with front passenger and driver seats.  The IMED Mobility website offers some great options by the respected Bruno manufacturer.

The Bruno Turny and Turny Orbit make getting in and out of the car a breeze!  What the product does is basically rotate the seat so that is facing outwards, and then comes out of the vehicle, safely lowering you down.  This makes getting back into a scooter or wheelchair so much easier!

With this accessory, you no longer have to twist and turn to try to get into a good position or be afraid of falling from a high van seat.  The difference between the Turny and the Turny Orbit is that one operates manually, and the other is powered by a push of a button.  These products work in all kinds of vehicles, from the standard wheelchair van, to trucks, minivans and handicap vans, SUV style.

There are several other models available through IMED Mobility and they include the Turnout, the Carony, Compact Wheelchair Lift Up and a stow-away model.  Finding the right one for you will be easy, as all information about the products is listed online.  There you can find pictures and product highlights.

You can also get help from our sales representatives using the toll free number.  Why not make your travel plans easier and little more comfortable with a Bruno turning seat?  A phone call to IMED Mobility is all it takes to get started!

Honda Odyssey

With the economy struggling to get back on its feet, times have been tough on everybody for the last several years.  A poor economy is especially hard to bear when you are physically-challenged and are in need of a new wheelchair accessible van.  How can you possible afford a huge $20,000 paycheck with a fixed income?

There is hope!  You can find a wheelchair van or another wheelchair accessible vehicle within your price range and you can finance it.  IMED Mobility offers wheelchair lifts and handicap vans on a financing contract.  IMED Mobility also works with their customers and the local community to ensure that drivers with a disability can get the van they want at a price they can afford.  Our company even has a financing branch that works with many different lenders in local areas.  This way, customers all over the nation can get the best possible rates!

In addition to in-house financing, many banks and credit unions in your area offer financing plans for vehicles.  Getting an auto financing loan from a bank is not always easy.  However, working through the IMED Mobility makes things easy.  We are on your side and want you to get the best deal.  We want you to drive away with the vehicle you want.

There is nothing quite like the freedom that comes with having a wheelchair van.  Getting in and out of a van doesn’t have to be a tricky task.  IMED Mobility has all sorts of conveniences and accessories that will make your ride an enjoyable one.  We even have a toll free number and a website form that you can easily fill out to get the financing process started.  Owning a wheelchair van is in your future!

Start the process now by visiting our website.  Don’t let these hard times stop you from having the vehicle you want and need.  Contact IMED Mobility for more information about financing options.

If you are the owner of a wheelchair or a mobility scooter, you are familiar with how difficult it can be to get these in and out of a vehicle.  Even a basic wheelchair can be hard to fold, lift and store.  However, that difficulty increases exponentially when a power wheelchair or scooter is involved.  Thankfully, there are ways that you can get your mobility device in and out of a vehicle with no hassle or issues.  Wheelchair lifts give you the ability to do this quite easily.  What should you look for in a lift if you’re in the market for one?

Quality and Durability

Wheelchair lifts need to be of high quality and offer excellent durability.  As these devices constitute at least a nominal investment, you want them to last.  In addition, if they lack in either department, then chances of failure when you need them most are much higher.  Make sure that you choose a lift from a recognizable manufacturer.  You should also check into the manufacturer’s warranty.  How long do they provide protection for their products?  What is covered under the terms of the warranty?  Not all warranties are created equal, so thorough research is important here. [Read more →]

Are you confined to a wheelchair or a mobility scooter?  If so, then you certainly understand just how difficult it can be to get around and to accomplish even minor tasks outside the home.  A lack of mobility can reduce your quality of life, and can even result in depression and frustration.  However, a wheelchair lift might just be the thing that you need to give you back a degree of mobility and freedom.  What should you look for in one of these devices?

Know Your Options

There are several different types and styles of wheelchair lifts available from many different manufacturers.  For instance, you will find a full platform lift, as well as hoist-style lifts.  These are used for many different purposes.  One type is designed simply to help you get your wheelchair or mobility scooter up and into the trunk of a car or stowed in the back of a van.  However, other types can actually lift both you and your chair into the vehicle.  From this point, it is a simple process to secure you in the chair, allowing you to ride easily.  Finding the right type of wheelchair lift for your needs and budget is important. [Read more →]

Once, in the not so distant past, it was common for those forced to use a wheelchair to face considerable problems in the realm of mobility. Loading and unloading their wheelchairs in a vehicle was difficult and cumbersome, and not something that could be accomplished alone. In addition, getting in and out of the vehicle was problematic in its own right. Today, things have changed considerably, though. Handicapped vans have much to offer those who require a wheelchair to get around. How have these vans changed the situation for handicapped individuals?

Easy In/Easy Out

As mentioned, one of the most difficult things for a handicapped individual to accomplish was the loading and unloading of their wheelchair. As this required assistance, it meant that these individuals always had to have help from a friend, family member or caretaker. Today, handicapped vans outfitted with high quality mobility lifts ensure that this is not the case. While individuals may still choose to travel with a friend or family member, advanced lift technology can actually be operated by a single person. In addition, these lifts are capable of lifting a power wheelchair, and a person, ensuring that handicapped persons can move straight from the lift into the van. [Read more →]

Anyone with mobility problems will almost certainly employ the use of various handicap lift products designed to make their life easier. Depending on your level of mobility and your specific needs, you’ll find a multitude of different products that can improve your quality of life and allow you to regain your independence. Before you start buying products, it’s a good idea to examine the options to make sure you get the right thing for your home, office, or automobile. From wheelchair lifts to hydraulic lifts, you’ll find many options that can improve your life.

Wheelchair lifts are common handicap lift products that can help you move your wheelchair with very little assistance. Often, products like this are designed to allow those with mobility problems to get up or down the stairs on their own or use their automobile to regain some independence. When it comes to your home, you might have a vertical lift, a step lift, or a stair lift. A vertical lift is more common to large public buildings and is simply referred to as elevators. In the home, it can be a great way to get around, but can be quite costly. A stair lift is an alternative that still allows you to get up the stairs safely, but won’t set you back as much as a vertical lift.

A sling lift is a handicap lift designed to help patients that need to be hoisted into bed or moved from place to place more easily. This is for people with very limited mobility and can be used in nursing homes, hospitals, or in your home. They could be ceiling-mounted or mounted with overhead tracks, depending on your needs and it’s best to seek a doctor or nurse’s advice as to which option would be best for you and your loved ones.

Another type of handicap lift product is a sit-to-stand lift. This is a great option for patients that have some mobility, but lack the muscle control to rise to a standing position on their own. This allows them to have a sense of independence and continue to use their muscles without injuring themselves. Products like these are designed to help those with mobility challenges find ways to improve their quality of life and become more independent. They are also helpful to loved ones as ways to help them take better care of their mobility-challenged family member.